Manual Handling
Lift, carry and push without hurting your back.
Overview
Back injuries are among the most common injuries at work. This short, hands-on course shows the safe way to move loads, and when to use equipment instead.
What you study
- How the spine gets injured
- Assessing a load before lifting
- Safe lifting technique
- Trolleys and lifting aids
How it is assessed
- A hands-on check of safe lifting
- A written test at the end
- Pass to receive your certificate
Where you can study it
Certificate
Learners who pass receive their certificate from AK Institute, with a number anyone can check.
AK Institute's own certificates can be checked on the Verify a certificate page.
Questions
How is the fee paid?
25% of the fee is paid at admission. The rest can be paid in two instalments, but it must be cleared before the exam.
What is the refund policy?
Until your registration details are submitted you can ask for a full refund, with nothing deducted. Once your details have been submitted for admission, the fee cannot be refunded.
When do new classes start?
IOSH Managing Safely, ISO, First Aid, Fire Safety and NVQ Level 6 start new classes every Monday. For the other courses, the branch tells you the next start date. Choose a morning or an evening class when you apply.
How do I apply?
Apply online on this website with your photo and both sides of your CNIC, or visit any of our three branches in Rawalpindi, Lahore and Peshawar. The branch calls you to confirm your seat.
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